Wasl sponsorship boost for 'Golf in Dubai'

Their new partnership with Golf in Dubai - the promoters and organisers of the premier golf events - is a reflection of Wasl's commitment to support community initiatives and the broader goals of the Dubai government.

Over the years, the Dubai Ladies Masters and the Dubai Desert Classic have become a byword for excellence, as witnessed by the roll call of the champions. From Tiger Woods, Ernie Els to Annika Sorenstam, several high-profile winners have left their indelible imprints on the fast-changing golfing landscape of Dubai.

And the script is only getting better with time. Boasting a leisure portfolio that includes the Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht Club and the Emirates Golf Club, Wasl has played its role to perfection by presenting courses in top conditions and catering to players of all skills.

Designed by Karl Litten, the Majlis course at the Emirates Golf Club is the home of the two premier events and has been a catalyst in the dramatic growth of golf in Dubai since its inception in 1988.

Hesham Abdullah Al Qassim,
Chief Executive Officer of Wasl and Dubai Real Estate Corporation, said:

"We are delighted to join golf in Dubai familiy of sponsors and to be a part of two prestigious events the 'Omega Dubai Ladies Masters' and the 'Dubai Desert Classic'. Our sponsorship falls in line with our commitment to support different community initiatives. "

"Today, the name of Dubai has become synonymous with golf — and a great deal of the city's popularity as a golf destination is due to the overwhelming success of events like the Dubai Desert Classic and the Dubai Ladies Masters.

"Naturally we are excited to join the Golf in Dubai family of sponsors and hope our association will scale new heights in years to come as we share the common objective of promoting the brand Dubai. 


Welcoming Wasl on board as a sponsor, Mohamed JumaBuamaim, vice-chairman and CEO of 'Golf in Dubai,' said: "It's, indeed, a matter of pride for us that we have the backing of a company of the stature and profile of Wasl who share our mandate and view golf as an ideal vehicle to project Dubai to the international audience.

"As the first in the region to assume the profile of an asset management group, Wasl has emerged a trendsetter in the real estate property management sector. We acknowledge their role in promoting sports as well and hope our association will be as smooth as our tournaments itself."